“Bara Bada Bastu”: The sample behind KAJ’s Eurovision sauna anthem
Learn about the source of the evocative accordion sample that's behind KAJ's Eurovision 2025 entry, "Bara Bada Bastu."
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5 mix automation tips: Reverb, delay, and more
Expert producer and audio engineer Subphotic shares five mix automation tips that can bring movement, interest, and focus to your...
5 ways to get the most out of forgotten gear from LAN Party
LAN Party shares a few of his favorite production techniques and devices for breathing new life into forgotten gear.
How to write a song: Make a song in 7 steps
Learn how to write a song in seven steps—from lyrics to arrangement, we cover the full songwriting process in this...
Rescoring classic video games (Super Mario, Pikmin, Animal Crossing)
Expert producers Galen Tipton and Holly Waxwing rescore moments from three iconic video games and break down their creative process.
5 iconic Star Wars sounds demystified
In celebration of Star Wars Day, join us as we take a look at some iconic sounds from the series...
What is dubstep music? History, artists, and subgenres
Learn about the history, pioneers, subgenres, and more of dubstep, one of the most misunderstood and sonically diverse genres in...
Synthesizer basics: ADSR, filters, best synths for beginners, and more
Dive into sound design and synthesizer basics, from oscillators and ADSR envelopes to the best synths for beginners and more.
Sampling permafrost: The world’s quietest climate change threat
Musicians Charles Van Kirk and David Crowell traveled to Alaska to sonify permafrost, the world's quietest climate change threat.
What is a handpan? Exploring its unique history, anatomy, and sound
Learn about the history, anatomy, and sound of the handpan, a family of percussive instruments that share a unique, hypnotic...
